Christopher Walken

Birth Place: Queens, NY, USA

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Christopher Walken BIO

The multi-talented Walken - whose iconoclastic career began on the Broadway stage in musicals - has appeared in more than 100 combined feature films and television shows. He won the Academy Award for his riveting role in the Oscar-winning best picture The Deer Hunter and was Oscar-nominated for Steven Spielberg's Catch Me If You Can.
Some of his other many memorable film performances include Sleepy Hollow, The Dead Zone, A View to a Kill, Pulp Fiction, Wayne's World, True Romance and Annie Hall Hairspray. Pennies From Heaven, and Jersey Boys.

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Christopher Walken STAGE CREDITS

[Motion Picture]
NBC Live Televised Production, 2014
Captain Hook

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2010
Carmichael

[Off-Broadway]
2001
Sorin

[Regional (US)]
Regional Production, 2000
Gabriel Conroy

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2000
Gabriel Conroy

[Off-Broadway]
1999
Gabriel Conroy

[Off-Broadway]
1994
Him

[Off-Broadway]
1991
Iago

[Off-Broadway]
1989
Andrew Makepeace Ladd III [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
1988
Coriolanus

[Off-Broadway]
1986
Billy Einhorn

[Broadway]
1984
Mickey [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
1984
Mickey

[Off-Broadway]
1984
Director

[Off-Broadway]
1980
Trigorin

[Broadway]
1975
Chance Wayne

[Off-Broadway]
1975
Kid Champion

[Off-Broadway]
1974
Antonio

[Off-Broadway]
1973
Achilles

[Broadway]
1973
Bassanio

[Broadway]
1973
Jack Clitheroe

[Broadway]
1972
Sintsov

[Off-Broadway]
1971
Posthumus Leonatus

[Off-Broadway]
1970
Alan

[Off-Broadway]
1967
Achilles

[Broadway]
1967
Unknown Soldier

[Broadway]
1966
Jack Hunter

[Broadway]
1966
Philip

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1965
One of the Killers

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival, 1963
Clayton

Writing

Playwright

Christopher Walken Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Actor in a Play

Christopher Walken, A Behanding in Spokane

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Actor in a Play

Christopher Walken, A Behanding in Spokane

Obie Awards - 1981 - Performance

Christopher WalkenThe Sea Gulf

Obie Awards - 1975 - Performance

Christopher Walken, Kid Champion

Theatre World Awards - 1967 - Performance

Christopher Walken, The Rose Tattoo

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Comedy Night With Fred Rubino & Friends Comes to the Jeanne Rimsky Theater in June

Join in at the Jeanne Rimsky Theater in Port Washington on June 23 at 7 pm for an evening of comedy with Fred Rubino and Friends. You'll be treated to the comedic stylings of three talented comedians - Fred Rubino, Nick Petito, and Tugboat Manny.

Len Cariou & Peter Filichia To Be Honored at 78th Annual Theatre World Awards

The Theatre World Awards Board of Directors has announced two of the individuals to be honored at 78th Annual Theatre World Awards to be held on Monday evening, June 10, 2024 beginning at 7:00 p.m.

Date Set for The 78th Annual Theatre World Awards Ceremony

The 78th Annual Theatre World Awards Ceremony will take place on Monday evening, June 10, 2024 beginning at 7:00PM. Hosted annually by well-known theater journalist, Peter Filichia, the historic 78th Annual Theatre World Awards Ceremony will be produced by Theatre World Awards, Inc. Board of Directors / Dale Badway.

Broadway Shows Based on the Top 1000 Highest-Grossing Films

Of all the films on IMDB's list of the 1000 highest-grossing movies of all time, 31 have been adapted into Broadway musicals. Check out a guide to each those musicals below, along with musicals that are in development or ones that have not yet made their way to Broadway.

Lewis Black Comes to the Paramount Theatre in February

Two-time Grammy Award winning Comedian LEWIS BLACK announced his GOODBYE YELLER BRICK ROAD, THE FINAL TOUR that will include shows throughout North America and Europe. The tour will stop in Denver, Colorado at Paramount Theatre on Friday, February 2, 2024. Tickets are on sale now.

Bill Burr Adds Second St. Louis Show at the Fabulous Fox Theatre

Bill Burr announces additional St. Louis show at the Fabulous Fox Theatre on March 22.

MARY JANE Starring Rachel McAdams Sets Opening Date at Manhattan Theatre Club

Mary Jane, starring Rachel McAdams, has set its opening night date of April 23, following previously announced previews that begin on April 2 at Manhattan Theatre Club’s Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. The limited run will continue through June 2 and we've got the history of the show, info on ticketing and more.

Jill Paice, John Hillner & More to Star in Industry Readings of BRILLIANCE, Based on the life of Frances Farmer

Musical Brilliance, LLC, will present private industry readings (by invitation only) of Brilliance, a musical based on the life of Frances Farmer, with book by Lance Lewman, music and lyrics by Lance Lewman & Kristan King, and additional music by Gabriel Kane.

Cecily Strong, David Zayas, and More Will Lead BROOKLYN LAUNDRY at Manhattan Theatre Club

Casting has been announced for Manhattan Theatre Club’s world premiere of Brooklyn Laundry, written and directed by Pulitzer Prize winner John Patrick Shanley. Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here!

Bay Street Theater Announces An Exciting And Diverse Line-up Of Winter Classes

Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts has announced its Winter 2024 line-up of classes and workshops offering something for everyone in the community.

Video: Watch the New DUNE: PART TWO Trailer With Zendaya, Timothée Chalamet & More

The saga continues as Denis Villeneuve embarks on “Dune: Part Two,” with Timothée Chalamet (“Wonka,” “Call Me by Your Name”), Zendaya (“Spider-Man: No Way Home,” “Malcolm & Marie,” “Euphoria”), Rebecca Ferguson (“Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning”), Christopher Walken (“The Deer Hunter,” “Hairspray”). Watch the video!

Bill Burr Comes to the Fabulous Fox Theatre in March

Emmy & Grammy nominated comedian, BILL BURR announced his tour Bill Burr Live will continue into 2024. He’ll be making a stop in St. Louis, MO at the Fabulous Fox Theatre on Thursday, March 21 at 7:30 p.m.  

Lewis Black Brings GOODBYE YELLEW BRICK ROAD to the VETS in Providence

Two-time Grammy Award winning Comedian LEWIS BLACK announced his GOODBYE YELLER BRICK ROAD, THE FINAL TOUR, that will include shows throughout North America and Europe, will stop at The VETS in Providence March 21, 2024.

John Travolta to Lead THAT'S AMORE! Movie Musical With Katherine Heigl

John Travolta and Katherine Heigl will lead That's Amore!, a new movie musical from Oscar-winning writer and director Nick Vallelonga. Travolta will be returning to his movie musical roots alongside his Hairspray co-star Christopher Walken, plus Talia Shire, William Fichtner, D.B. Sweeney and Drea de Mateo.

PBS to Celebrate Beloved Chef Lidia Bastianich With Hour-Long Primetime Documentary

PBS celebrates beloved chef Lidia Bastianich with a hour-long primetime documentary. Titled '25 YEARS WITH LIDIA: A Culinary Jubilee,' the documentary honors Lidia's culinary career and contributions. Don't miss this special tribute to an iconic chef.

PBS Celebrates Beloved Chef Lidia Bastianich with Hour-Long Primetime Documentary

This December, PBS invites viewers to come together to celebrate the incredible career of this culinary icon in an hour-long primetime documentary, 25 YEARS WITH LIDIA: A Culinary Jubilee, an intimate portrait of the beloved chef, restaurateur, cookbook author, television host, and Italian food ambassador.

Brooke Adams Joins MADWOMEN OF THE WEST Off-Broadway

A cast change has been announced for the New York premiere of Madwomen of the West, a new comedy by Sandra Tsing Loh. Brooke Adams will join Caroline Aaron, Marilu Henner, and Melanie Mayron, under the direction of Thomas Caruso.

Brooke Adams To Join Caroline Aaron, Marilu Henner & Melanie Mayron In MADWOMEN OF THE WEST At Actors Temple Theater

Brooke Adams is set to join Caroline Aaron, Marilu Henner, and Melanie Mayron in the new comedy 'Madwomen of the West' at Actors Temple Theater. Directed by Thomas Caruso, the Off-Broadway production starts performances on November 11th. Don't miss this hilarious and talented cast!

Woody Harrelson, Andy Serkis, and Louisa Harland Will Lead David Ireland's ULSTER AMERICAN at Riverside Studios

A new production of award-winning playwright David Ireland's Ulster American is headed to Riverside Studios this year, starring Woody Harrelson, Andy Serkis, and Louisa Harland. Learn more about the production and find out how to get tickets here!

Rachel McAdams to Make Broadway Debut in MARY JANE at Manhattan Theatre Club

Manhattan Theatre Club will present the Broadway premiere of Mary Jane written by Pulitzer Prize finalist Amy Herzog, starring Academy Award® nominee & Critic’s Choice Award Winner Rachel McAdams and directed by Anne Kauffman. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Christopher Walken FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Christopher Walken has appeared on Broadway in 11 shows.

Christopher Walken has not appeared in the West End.

Christopher Walken has been nominated for several awards throughout his career, including Outstanding Actor in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "A Behanding in Spokane," Outstanding Actor in a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "A Behanding in Spokane," Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "A Behanding In Spokane," Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for "James Joyce's The Dead," Performance at the Obie Awards for "The Sea Gulf" and "Kid Champion," Outstanding Performance at the Drama Desk Awards for "Lemon Sky," and Performance at the Theatre World Awards for "The Rose Tattoo."

Christopher Walken has won several awards for his performances, including Obie Awards for "The Sea Gulf" and "Kid Champion," a Drama Desk Award for "Lemon Sky," and a Theatre World Award for "The Rose Tattoo."

Christopher Walken has written 1 shows including Him (Playwright).

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